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If Doechii's "NISSAN ALTIMA" was built for smooth cruising, Whethan's new remix rips off the muffler and takes a detour straight into the underground. The remix opens with a deceptive simplicity before plunging us into a dubstep drop with thick, viscous bass you can almost feel sticking to your skin. The hip-hop swagger of the Grammy-winning rapper's delivery remains intact, but Whethan drags it into festival territory through his snarling sound design. What elevates the track, however, is Wheth

Back in 2015, while his peers were navigating high school hallways, 15-year-old bedroom producer Whethan was unknowingly crafting a remix that would amass 15 million SoundCloud streams and launch his music career. His breakthrough remix of Mssingno's "XE3" has now finally received its long-awaited official streaming release, bringing one of SoundCloud's early viral electronic hits to a new generation of listeners. The future bass track, which has amassed over 15 million streams on SoundCloud sin

Music's symbiosis is peculiar. How can a musician and a listener, both strangers, be tethered so profoundly through an arrangement of sounds? Elderbrook has touched the lives of millions of listeners over 10 years. He isn’t a paint-by-numbers artist—he writes music meaningful to him. If you feel a kinship with him, his music must mean something to you, too. The decade has been good to Elderbrook. “Cola” is an enduring generational hit. His collective catalog has been streamed over a billion time

In a city known for innovating everything from sourdough to smartphones, San Francisco's IllUM Block Party is once again poised to disrupt the city's Independence Day celebrations with its return to The Midway on July 5th. The event, whose name cleverly abbreviates "Illuminate," promises to deliver what many in the Bay Area crave as much as a rent-controlled apartment: a night of euphoric beats and trippy art experiences. Headliner Alan Walker will bring his signature sound to The Midway for a m

After six years of silence, Winter Music Conference is finding new rhythm once more. With just six weeks until its long-awaited return, organizers have revealed the first wave of programming for its milestone 35th anniversary, promising a lineup packed with dance music’s most influential artists and industry power players. Taking place from March 26-28 at the historic Eden Roc Miami Beach Resort, WMC 2025 promises three days of insightful panels, educational workshops and networking events desig

The organizers of WorldPride Music Festival, the world's largest LGBTQ+ music festival, has unveiled its highly anticipated lineup for its milestone 50th anniversary. Headlining the festival in 2025 are Jennifer Lopez and Troye Sivan, with Zedd set to deliver a special closing set. They lead a lineup packed with a genre-spanning mix of pop, electronic and more. In addition to Zedd, EDM fans can look forward to performances from Galantis, HAYLA, Purple Disco Machine, Aluna, SOFI TUKKER, LP Giobbi

Vegas' illustrious Wynn Nightlife brand is making a major move into Miami's vibrant dance music scene after inking an exclusive partnership with Hyde Beach for Miami Music Week 2025. The novel collaboration will deliver a five-day series of unforgettable day-to-night events at the poolside venue at SLS South Beach, running from March 26-30 with a lineup of heavyweight DJs. The week kicks off on Wednesday, March 26th Luciano, who will set the tone with his fusion of techno and Latin house music.

Each spring, like clockwork—or perhaps more like an over-caffeinated metronome—Miami Music Week descends upon South Florida and transforms the city into one endless dance party. From March 25-30, Miami will once again trade in its pastel Art Deco for laser-laden raves and euphoric, sleep-deprived grins for the nation's largest electronic music summit. Yes, it’s that time of year when personal boundaries blur, hotel pools morph into clubs and the concept of "meals" devolves into a couple chicken

Your Paradise, the idyllic destination music festival in Fiji, is officially returning following a year off. From October 23-28, 2025, attendees will dance their nights away at the festival's breathtaking new home of Mana Island. "After a short break, Your Paradise is making its awaited return and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome you back to the ultimate island music experience," organizers said in an Instagram post. "This is your chance to secure your spot for a once-in-a-lifetime celebra

Falcons QB Michael Penix isn't the only one heating up in Atlanta after the organizers of Breakaway announced a massive lineup for its first-ever festival in the city. Breakaway is scheduled for May 16-17, 2025 at Atlanta's Center Parc Credit Union Stadium Victory Plaza. It's one of six new markets for the red-hot festival brand, which was named 2024's best event organizer in EDM.com's list of the year's top industry leaders. "Breakaway is incredibly excited to add Atlanta to our 2025 tour," sai

Beats as crisp as Grand Rapids' famous craft beers will soon be shaking the city after the organizers of Breakaway Music Festival announced a massive lineup for its 2025 Michigan edition.  Presented by CELSIUS in partnership with MiEntertainment, the nation's fastest-growing independent festival brand is returning to Grand Rapids' Belknap Park for two nights of open-air raving from August 15-16. Breakaway co-founder Zach Ruben said the city "has felt like a second home" for the festival for near

FVDED In The Park is again blowing away Canada’s West Coast music festival scene. FVDED shocked the electronic music community in 2024, bouncing back from the previous year’s cancellation with a stellar lineup featuring Swedish House Mafia and Kx5. Live Nation and Blueprint doubled down this year, securing equally impressive headliners in Tiësto and Zedd, and bolstering the event with an even deeper lineup. A dizzying roster of heavy-hitters is headed to Surrey’s Holland Park from July 4-5. The

Zeds Dead are bringing the bass to the iconic Katz’s Delicatessen, transforming the New York City landmark into an intimate, one-night only pop-up show on March 20th. Known for its towering pastrami sandwiches, Katz's, a staple in the city's food scene since 1888, will become an exclusive concert venue for a late-night set from the influential dubstep duo. The show comes just before their two-night run at Avant Gardner as part of their "Return to the Spectrum of Intergalactic Happiness" tour, su

ZHU is stepping behind the camera with 24 Hours of Grace, a new documentary feature premiering at SXSW. The "Faded" hitmaker has always embraced the shadows, but in his first documentary, he's stepping into the light. No stranger to reinvention, ZHU serves as the film's director, producer and screenwriter, crafting an intimate portrait of an artist at a crossroads. 24 Hours of Grace follows ZHU as he returns to San Francisco to record GRACE, his fourth studio album, inside a gothic cathedral tha

Chicago’s flagship house and techno festival, ARC Music Festival, has unveiled its 2025 lineup as it returns to Union Park this Labor Day Weekend, August 29–31. This year promises the most diverse and ambitious curation yet—melding pioneering legends, emerging innovators, and groundbreaking B2B sets that capture the festival’s spirit of innovation. Over its five-year history, ARC has become a vital hub for iconic figures, rising stars, and underground trailblazers in Chicago, the birthplace

Alden Song returns with his latest Tech House single, ‘Gonna Say Goodbye,’ highlighting his continued evolution as both a Producer and DJ with a high-powered track primed for peak time moments. With a focus on groove-driven rhythms and infectious melodies, this new production showcases Alden Song’s ability to craft immersive dancefloor experiences while incorporating fresh influences into his ever-evolving sound.  Having carved his journey through exciting DJ performances across the USA and

UK-based producer Massano returns with another standout release, ‘Throwing Stones’, a track that seamlessly blends melodic house & techno elements. Known for his cinematic soundscapes and dynamic production style, Massano crafts an emotionally rich experience filled with pulsing rhythms, hypnotic synth lines, and an undeniable sense of progression. ‘Throwing Stones’ builds with a deep, rolling bassline and airy vocal chops, creating a moody yet euphoric atmosphere. The track’s driving pe

Crankdat, the Bass House Powerhouse, is back with his latest track, ‘Whiplash,’ featuring SOFI. A new single that is already a staple in his “GET CRANKED!” North American Tour. The high-energy collaboration is ready to play and marks another milestone in Crankdat’s rapidly growing career. Known for his signature sound and making crowds jump in sync, he has been making waves with his unique approach to bass-driven music. If you have never heard his music, listen to ‘Whiplash’ and you will hear th

*Featured Cover Photo Credit: Tierney / EMPIRE Distribution On Saturday, February 15, the gnarly and innovative house and techno label, Dirtybird Records, hosted their 20th anniversary event, Dirtybird Twenty, at the International Art Museum of America. This museum is located in the world-famous Financial District of San Francisco (more specifically, on the renowned Market Street itself) and the Dirtybird Twenty event was the perfect occasion for the museum to showcase its beautiful artistic

On March 29, 2025, downtown San Jose had an unforgettable Block Party that had Australian dance music superstar, FISHER, as its headliner. FISHER threw down a Block Party that showed the music world that the Northern Californian city of San Jose is definitely a dance music hotspot. The promoters of the event were not only Insomniac themselves, but also local SF Bay Area dance music event promoters, 15Utah and DJ Dials, as well as San Jose-based event promoters, San Jose Foos. The event stret

The world’s iciest festival is in full force right now as Igloofest Montreal is itching is way towards its last weekend. However, before getting back on the cold dancefloor for Weekend #4, we need to take a look back on a memorable performance by one of the all-time greats. On January 31, 2025, Igloofest Montreal transformed the Old Port into a pulsating winter wonderland, headlined by the legendary Steve Angello. Despite the biting cold, with temperatures dipping to -10°C, the energy was e

After a cold weekend, we have finally warmed up enough to circle back and honor a true showcase. Excision’s Thunderdome returned to the Tacoma Dome in Seattle for a joyous and feisty weekend. Three nights of pure Bass music gave us enough to release our rage onto the dancefloor. Let’s relive the best moments of the weekend. Thunderdome’s Production Lasers after lasers, our eyes are still recovering from such a spectacle. Excision does it again with an incredible set design and produ

Join us as we sit down with a legendary vocalist and an incredibly wise rising star. Where do I even begin with this one? We were fortunate enough to catch a chat with two of the most prominent artists in Trance and Dance music as a whole. Firstly, we sat down with BiXX, experienced Uplifting Trance producer from Alabama who will see the release of his debut artist album this year. And alongside him, we had the pleasure of interviewing none other than Susana, arguably the voice of Trance.

Black Tiger Sex Machine (BTSM) have carved a unique and powerful space within the bass music scene, becoming one of the most celebrated bass acts in the world. Beyond their hard-hitting productions, they’re renowned for immersive live experiences that fuse cutting-edge visuals, dynamic lighting, and their iconic Tiger Helmets, all controlled live. Their dedicated fanbase, the BTSM Church, is a testament to how their music can inspire, motivate, and bring together a community. BTSM’s global r

We had a chat with quite the rising star recently. Music occupies a central position within the life of Melbourne-based artist Dave Leck, serving as a therapeutic medium through which he interprets and navigates personal development. His ascendance in recent years has been characterised by a series of increasingly refined releases, distributed through respected underground imprints such as PHW Elements, Soundteller Records, and Droid9. Notably, the August 2019 release of ‘Stardust’ repr